Vietnam Airlines‘ frequent flyer program is currently offering a paid status match for all tiers of the Lotusmiles program. Prices start at US$129 (~€111) for Titanium status, while a Platinum match costs US$359 (~€309).
To secure this status match, you’ll need a corresponding status level in a different program. For instance, British Airways Executive Club Silver can be matched to Titanium at Lotusmiles (SkyTeam Elite), while the Senator status at Miles&More is being rewarded with Platinum (SkyTeam Elite Plus).
US$359 (~€309) is a hefty price tag for SkyTeam Elite Plus tier, as we have seen cheaper or even free status matches recently. If you are not interested in getting the status immediately, it might be a good idea to wait for a better offer.
These are the eligible countries for the status match (European countries in bold):
- Australia
- Austria
- Bahrain
- Cambodia
- Canada
- China
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Hong Kong
- India
- Indonesia
- Israel
- Italy
- Japan
- Korea
- Laos
- Malaysia
- Myanmar
- Norway
- Philippines
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- Singapore
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- United Kingdom
- USA
- Vietnam
The process typically takes three business days to be approved. Once approved, you will have the status with Lotusmiles in your account within about five business days, and it will be active for twelve months. During this time, the the regular rules for re-qualification apply.
To initiate the status match, you will need to pay an application fee, the price of which depends on the status you wish to apply for and which status you intend to match.
If you match from an airline loyalty program, the following fees apply:
- US$129 (~€111) for Lotusmiles Titanium (SkyTeam Elite)
- US$219 (~€189) for Lotusmiles Gold (SkyTeam Elite)
- US$359 (~€309) for Lotusmiles Platinum (SkyTeam Elite Plus)
If you match from a hotel loyalty program, you have to pay these prices:
- US$149 (~€128) for Lotusmiles Titanium (SkyTeam Elite)
- US$239 (~€206) for Lotusmiles Gold (SkyTeam Elite)
- You cannot match to Lotusmiles Platinum from a hotel program
The list of possible matches is very broad, with more than 20 airlines and 19 hotel programs. You can find a full list here. The only major restriction is that you can’t match from another SkyTeam frequent flyer program.
Instructions
Go to vietnamairlines.statusmatch.com and enter your name, e-mail address and Lotusmiles membership number. If you don’t have a Lotusmiles account, you need to sign up for the program first.
If the data matches your account and your country of residency is eligible for the match, you can select the status you want to match. There is a drop-down menu that you can choose from. If your status is not part of that list, Lotusmiles won’t match it.
The next step requires you to upload photographic proof of your current status. A photo of a physical card or a screenshot showing your name, number and status will do the trick.
The following and last step is the payment page. Lotusmiles displays which status you’ll achieve with the match and presents you the bill. You can pay by all common credit cards.
Confirmed Matches
Here are some of the confirmed matches. You can find a comprehensive list of tiers eligible for the status match here.
- British Airways Executive Club:
- Executive Club Bronze → Lotusmiles Titanium
- Executive Club Silver → Lotusmiles Gold
- Executive Club Gold → Lotusmiles Platinum
- Finnair Plus:
- Finnair Plus Silver → Lotusmiles Titanium
- Finnair Plus Gold → Lotusmiles Gold
- Finnair Plus Platinum (Lumo) → Lotusmiles Platinum
- Miles&More:
- Miles&More FTL → Lotusmiles Titanium
- Miles&More Senator → Lotusmiles Platinum
- Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles:
- Miles&Smiles Classic Plus → Lotusmiles Titanium
- Miles&Smiles Elite → Lotusmiles Gold
- Miles&Smiles Elite Plus → Lotusmiles Platinum
- United MileagePlus:
- Premier Silver → Lotusmiles Titanium
- Premier Gold → Lotusmiles Gold
- Premier Platinum / 1K → Lotusmiles Platinum
Perks & Benefits
Once you have completed the status match process and become part of the Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles family, these are the requirements to keep your new status:
- Getting Lotusmiles Titanium requires 15,000 qualifying miles or 18 qualifying segments within 12 months. Here are the benefits you will have with Titanium status.
- Getting Lotusmiles Gold requires 30,000 qualifying miles or 27 qualifying segments within 12 months.Here are the benefits you will have with Gold status
- Getting Lotusmiles Platinum requires 50,000 qualifying miles or 45 qualifying segments within 12 months. Here are the benefits you will have with Platinum status
We have created a table so you can compare the benefits of three statuses at a glance:
| Benefit | Titanium | Gold | Platinum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Airlines Priority Seating | |||
| Priority on waiting lists | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Priority on flight changes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Free advance seat selection | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Discount on advance seat selection | 20% | 30% | 50% |
| Free upgrade to Business Class (based on availability) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Free upgrade to Premium Economy (availability based) | No | Yes | Yes |
| Vietnam Airlines Check-in Priority | |||
| SkyPriority counters | Yes | Yes | Yes + 5 companions |
| Priority lanes | Airport dependent | Airport dependent | Yes (HAN, DAD) |
| Vietnam Airlines Baggage Benefits | |||
| Additional checked baggage | 1 piece (23 kg) | 1 piece (23 kg) | 2 pieces (23 kg) |
| Free golf set | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Vietnam Airlines Lounge Access | |||
| Access to Business Lounges | No | Yes | Yes + 1 guest |
| Vietnam Airlines Bonus Miles | |||
| Bonus miles per flight | 30% | 50% | 100% |
| Birthday bonus miles | 1,000 | 1,500 | 2,000 |
| Benefits on SkyTeam Flights | |||
| Priority on waiting lists | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Advance seat selection | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Check-in at SkyPriority | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Priority boarding | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Additional checked baggage | 1 piece / 10 kg | 1 piece / 10 kg | 1 piece / 20 kg |
| Lounge access | No | No | Yes + 1 guest |
| Bonus miles per flight | 30% | 50% | 100% |
The promotion has no expiration date, however, we recommend taking advantage of it as soon as possible. You can find more information in the terms and conditions of the offer.
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